H.O.P.E. Mnistries feeds 250

Wendy Alexander/The Madera Tribune

H.O.P.E. Ministry volunteers gather for a photo and show their enthusiasm during the annual Christmas Outreach Community event in Courthouse Park on Saturday.

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H.O.P.E. (Helping Our People Eat) Ministries fed about 250 men, women and children this weekend for the holidays.

Valley West Christian Church helped support the H.O.P.E. Ministries’ outreach initiative. H.O.P.E. Ministries is led by Mother Endora Avila. 

In addition to the 250 meals H.O.P.E. Ministries served Saturday, they prepared and distributed 300-350 meals though drop-off locations across Madera to reach individuals and families who were unable to attend.